The days of fun and sun are upon us once again; time to make plans for summer vacations or outings to the park. For most folks, these days can be a walk in the park, just get out and go. But for some folks with disabilities or physical challenges, these days, or for that matter, any day, will need to be well thought out, planned and prepared for. Sometimes it's even too much to think about so they just stay home, observing the beauty of seasons come and go from their window.

The most painful part of staying home and observing from the window is when you are a special needs child. Special needs usually means something isn't working quite right that prevents them from the ease of life that other more able-bodied children might enjoy. But special needs do NOT mean these kids have less of a need to enjoy life like everyone else. It just means there is more planning and preparation when it comes to going anywhere.  And when you are home, you have special tools and therapies to keep the body and mind in working order.

 So imagine combining therapy with a day in the park, or a ride around the block, or even a vacation at a theme park. Rehabmart has the perfect answer: the Triaid Imp Special Needs Tricycle. What's more therapeutic for a little child than riding a trike?  So many special needs children miss this simple first step that is so fundamental for playtime therapy. Most parents would never think of their child riding a tricycle as therapy, but the therapeutic benefits of developing muscle, brain coordination, stimulation and cardiovascular exercise makes riding a trike more than just fun.

Whatever your child's special needs, the Triaid Imp Special Needs Tricycle can fit most challenges for the physically or mentally disabled child. The broad wheel base and extra wide padded saddle provides a stable seating position for most any rider-challenged child. The Hi-Low bend handlebars and seat adjustments give your child the confidence to ride like he or she has always wanted, and you have always wanted them to, just like other children.

This tricycle has an extensive line of accessories available to make your child's ride the best ride of his or her life with specific customization suited to his or her individual needs including adjustable Back and Trunk Support, a Pelvic Strap, Foot Strap/Sandals, Handlebar Mitts, a Rear Carrier Basket and even custom colors as well as many more options allowing this tricycle to be specially designed by you with your child in mind.

The Triaid Imp Special Needs Tricycle is made to support a 2-1/2 to 5 year old child, and will accommodate up to 70 pounds. Its low gear ratio and dual axle combine to create easier pedaling for your child's legs. The favorite accessory for parents could easily be the Push Pull Pole or Rear Steering System. This accessory allows your child to feel independent and in control of the ride while parents or caregivers are actually controlling the ride from the rear of the trike. No matter who is driving, the Imp will give all parents peace of mind, knowing that this sporty Triaid trike has been built to provide the safest and most comfortable and secure riding experience for young users with special needs.

Lynette Bell
Medical Consumer Writer
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Hulet Smith, OT
Rehabmart Team Leader & CEO